Woman remanded over alleged RM30,000 bribe involving arms firms
A source from the MACC says the suspect, who owns a consultancy, management and business services firm, was arrested on Thursday.
A Malaysian woman, in her 60s and owner of a consultancy, management and business services firm, was arrested and remanded by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) on September 4. The MACC claims the suspect solicited and accepted around RM30,000 in bribes to secure grants and loans for two arms and defense industry firms.
The suspect, who is currently held in remand until September 10, was arrested in Kuala Lumpur on Thursday at approximately 6:45 PM. According to preliminary investigations, the alleged bribery took place in March 2025. MACC Director Zakkuan Talib confirmed the arrest and stated that the case is being investigated under Section 16(a)(A) of the MACC Act 2009, which pertains to soliciting or accepting gratification as an inducement or reward.
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